The Birmingham Stallions solidified their playoff spot by defeating the Memphis Showboats with a score of 27-20. This USFL thriller saw both teams showcasing their prowess, but Birmingham’s performance was ultimately the deciding factor. Quarterback Alex McGough made USFL history and confidently stated after the game, “I am now the Captain of this ship.” Birmingham […]
Back, Chicago Cardinals Age: 27 4th season in pro football, 3rd in APFA/NFL & with Cardinals (2nd complete) College: Northwestern Height: 5’11” Weight: 160 Prelude: Driscoll played football and baseball in college, briefly spending time with the Chicago Cubs in 1917. While in the military during World War I, he was with the Great Lakes Naval Station team that won the 1919 Rose Bowl. Driscoll joined the Hammond Pros in 1919 and moved on to the Chicago Cardinals of the new American Professional Football Association (later renamed NFL) in ’20. Deceptively mild-mannered and small in stature, he was an outstanding all-around player who was an elusive halfback and kick returner, precision punter, and outstanding drop-kicker. He was a first-team All-APFA selection by the Rock Island Argus in 1920 and scored 25 points in 1921. He also coached the Cardinals in each of those seasons, compiling a 9-5-4 record. Driscoll continued as a player-coach in 1922. 1922 Season Summary Appeared in all 11 games [Bracketed numbers indicate league rank in Top 20] Scoring Rushing TDs – 0 Receiving TDs – 2 [1, tied with Dunc Annan, Charlie Mathys & Scotty Bierce] Other TDs – 0 Total TDs – 2 Field Goals – 8 [1] Extra Points – 4 [8, tied with Hank Gillo & Pete Henry] Points – 40 [5] Awards & Honors: 1st team All-NFL: George Halas, Canton Daily News Cardinals went 8-3 to finish third in the NFL. Aftermath: In six seasons with the Cardinals (three of which he was also the coach), Driscoll scored 17 touchdowns and kicked 37 field goals, leading the league three times, and 31 PATs for a total of 244 points, topping the NFL with 78 in 1923. He received first-team All-NFL recognition after four of those seasons. Following the 1925 season, in which the team won the NFL title, the financially-strapped Cardinals sold Driscoll’s contract to the Bears. Driscoll spent three more seasons with the Bears, scoring 43 points and again receiving consensus first-team All-NFL honors in 1927. Overall for his career, he scored 31 touchdowns and kicked 63 extra points and 51 field goals for a total of 402 points. Driscoll’s scoring total was the NFL record until 1942 and his field goal total the league standard until 1952, with his single-season record of 12 in 1926 not exceeded until 1950. Driscoll received at least some first-team All-NFL recognition after seven seasons and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Class of 1965. He later became a long-time assistant coach for the Bears and was head coach in 1956 and ’57. -- Highlighted Years features players who were consensus first-team All-League* selections or league* or conference** leaders in the following statistical categories: Rushing: Yards, TDs (min. 10) Passing: Yards, Completion Pct., Yards per Attempt, TDs, Rating Receiving: Catches, Yards, TDs (min. 10) Scoring: TDs, Points, Field Goals (min. 5) All-Purpose: Total Yards Defense: Interceptions, Sacks Kickoff Returns: Average Punt Returns: Average Punting: Average *Leagues include NFL (1920 to date), AFL (1926), AFL (1936-37), AAFC (1946-49), AFL (1960-69), WFL (1974-75), USFL (1983-85) **NFC/AFC since 1970
The 2023 USFL regular season is over. After seeing memorable comebacks, record breaking Quarterback Play, and playoff controversy, the USFL has completed their 5th season throughout its two iterations. While at times the USFL has seen its fair share of subpar Quarterback Top-Tier players like McLeod Bethel-Thompson and Alex McGough came out in week 10, […]
The 2023 USFL season is in the books with the Birmingham Stallions winning their second USFL Championship by defeating the Pittsburgh Maulers 28-12. Now,
The Memphis Showboats of the United States Football League (USFL) announced the signing of two promising free agent players to bolster their roster. Running back Ezra Gray from Alabama State and offensive tackle Darta Lee from UTEP have been added to the team, while cornerback Josh Nurse and offensive guard Malik Clark have been released. […]
In a thrilling USFL showdown, the Birmingham Stallions showed their prowess as they dominated the Houston Gamblers, pulling away in the second half to secure a 38-15 victory. The win bolsters the Stallions’ record to 7-2, while the Gamblers slide to 5-4. With the win, the Stallions clinch a South Division championship spot. The South […]
In a game that was thoroughly dominated by the Birmingham Stallions, the Pittsburgh Maulers were routed with a 28-12 defeat. Alex McGough‘s excellent play from the quarterback position was a key factor in the Stallions’ win, with the QB throwing for 243 yards and 4 touchdowns. Birmingham Stallions’ Performance Alex McGough was the standout performer […]
Get ready for some exciting USFL games today, as we head into week 7 of the season. The competition has been heating up, and today’s matchups promise to deliver some thrilling football. Two games are scheduled for today – the Birmingham Stallions will be taking on the New Orleans Breakers, while the Philadelphia Stars will […]
